AHL · 2026 season coverage
Charlotte Checkers
Coverage of the Checkers built around prospect development, the Florida Panthers pipeline, and the playoff culture that keeps this one of the AHL's most consistent franchises.
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Regular Season Ends, Playoffs Begin, Checkers One Win From Round 2
Charlotte closed the AHL regular season with a 4-for-8 power-play clinic and opened the Calder Cup First Round 8-1 over Springfield. One more win on Friday and the Checkers advance.
Apr 23, 2026 · Updated Jul 26, 2026
The Checkers Outshot the Phantoms 39-15 and Got Shut Out Anyway
Apr 19, 2026 · Updated Jul 26, 2026
Sandis Vilmanis Scored Four Goals on Sunday. No Checkers Player Had Ever Done That.
Apr 13, 2026 · Updated Jul 26, 2026
Hershey Scored Twice Before the Third Period. Charlotte Spent It Trying to Catch Up.
Apr 12, 2026 · Updated Jul 26, 2026
Sawchyn Returns, Carrick Wins It as Checkers Down Marlies 3-2
Apr 4, 2026 · Updated Jul 26, 2026
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